The safety of you, our members and our employees is a top priority at Mor-Gran-Sou Electric, especially during uncertain situations. When storms impact our area, our employees work safely and diligently to restore electric services as soon as weather conditions allow. 

Portable generators, which are widely used when electric services are down, can prove fatal to both line crews and members when used improperly. Although portable generators can be helpful during outages, we urge you to follow these safety guidelines: 

• Never connect a generator directly to your home’s wiring unless your home has been wired for generator use. A generator connected to a home’s wiring or plugged into a household outlet can cause back feeding along power lines and electrocute anyone who comes in contact with them, even if the line seems de-energized. Have a licensed electrician install the equipment necessary to safely connect generators to your home.
• Always plug appliances or equipment directly into generators. Turn off appliances or equipment before plugging them into the generator or turning the generator off.
• Use heavy-duty, outdoor-rated extension cords. Make sure extension cords are free of cuts or tears and the plug has three prongs.
• Never overload a generator. A portable generator should only be used when necessary to power essential equipment or appliances.
• Keep the generator dry. Operate it on a dry surface under an open structure.
• Always have a fully charged fire extinguisher nearby. In case of a fire hazard, have a fire extinguisher nearby.
• Never refuel a generator while it is operating. Turn the generator off and allow it to cool down before refueling.
• Carefully read the manufacturer’s instructions. Follows the manufacturer's instructions to ensure safe operation.